1983 Fiat 131 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 930 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 131 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 131 | Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |