1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 850 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3300 mm |