1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulietta | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3300 mm |
