1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 850 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
