1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 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 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 157 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 943 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
