1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 45 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1950 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 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Fiat 500 2007 GMC Canyon
Make Fiat GMC
Model 500 Canyon
Year Released 1962 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 485 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 2980 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 72 L


 

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