1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet 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, 1975 Chevrolet Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |
