1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1703 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 124 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
