2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 703 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
