1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 130 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |