1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1100 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3300 mm |
