1945 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 191 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
