1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 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 74 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 131 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:
1996 Fiat 131 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 131 | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |