1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3350 mm |
