1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1358 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.
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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2013 Chevrolet 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 117 L |
