1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1973 Fiat 132 and 1973 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 132 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |