2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 518 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 164 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
