1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 52 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 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 201 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1372 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Berline | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 117 L |
