1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 590 kg more than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Campagnola | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
