1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 1400 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |