1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Mirafiori has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Mirafiori | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
