1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1975 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
