1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Palio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
