1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 1500 | Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |