1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 414 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
