1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 51 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 796 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.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 2100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 2100 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
