1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 127 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
