1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 770 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 1400 | Safari |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |