1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 2200 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
