1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Dino | Safari |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
