1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1968 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 98 L |
