1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 36 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1259 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Dino | Savana |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3440 mm |