1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 970 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1100 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
