1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 54 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1639 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.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 1200 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |