1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1808 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 500 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 98 L |