1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (336 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2128 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (509 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 336 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |
