1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1948 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. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1955 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 |
