1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1785 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 1980 Chevrolet 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, 1980 Chevrolet 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 1980 Chevrolet 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. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2230 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 |
