1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 2200 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
