1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 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:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1600 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3300 mm |
