1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 632 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
