1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1850 mm |