1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 921 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
