1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 995 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1600 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
