1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1986 GMC Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |
