1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2003 GMC Sonoma is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 895 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma 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, 2003 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2003 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
