1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133.
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, 2010 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 133 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
