1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1896 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 4250 mm |
