1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1652 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1500 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 117 L |
