1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 990 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2001 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
