1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1757 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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 Bialbero. 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 (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | Bialbero | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |
