1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 850 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3300 mm |