1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1883 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat 1500 2005 GMC Sierra
Make Fiat GMC
Model 1500 Sierra
Year Released 1961 2005
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 300 HP
Torque 83 Nm 488 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 2788 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 6270 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2450 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 4010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 129 L


 

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