1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3300 mm |
