1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Fiat 130 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model 130 Suburban
Year Released 1969 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2866 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 161 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1474 kg 2543 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5649 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1951 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3302 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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