1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2011 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1734 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Cabriolet 2011 GMC Yukon
Make Fiat GMC
Model Cabriolet Yukon
Year Released 1966 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 2624 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 5649 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1951 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3302 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 117 L


 

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