2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 786 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
