1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1400 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
