1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1966 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 890 kg more than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1966 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
