1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 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 156 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 133 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
