1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 130 | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |