1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat X1-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat X1-9 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat X1-9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | X1-9 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3300 mm |
