1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 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 70 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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 1978 Fiat 131. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 131 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
