1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 47 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 815 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Abarth has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Abarth 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:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Abarth | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
