1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 62 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1883 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. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Fiat 500 2010 GMC Savana
Make Fiat GMC
Model 500 Savana
Year Released 1948 2010
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 569 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 16 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2673 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3429 mm


 

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