1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1974 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 985 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1800 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3300 mm |
