2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Punto | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
