1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1883 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 133 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3302 mm |
