1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 795 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 130 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 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 |
