2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Santa Fe | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
