1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 102 L |
