1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 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 107 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 2100 | Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |