1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 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:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Abarth | GMC |
Model | 1300 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4092 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3300 mm |