1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Berline | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
