1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Berline | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3350 mm |
