1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari 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 101 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 1999 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada 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:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Safari | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
