1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 130 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |