1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1991 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700. 1991 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1966 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1991 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 700 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |
