1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 1100 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |