1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Flaminia 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 | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
