1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Vivace | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
