1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | Panda |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |