1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 GMC Sierra (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 500 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3030 mm |