1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 50 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2009 GMC Acadia 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. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1200 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
