1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 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 280 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 2388 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 132 L |
