1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Autobianchi | GMC |
| Model | Bianchina | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3300 mm |
