1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1200 2007 GMC Sierra
Make Fiat GMC
Model 1200 Sierra
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92 mm
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 6330 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 2450 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 4010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 129 L