1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 2018 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.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1100 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |
