1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1971 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1971 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 1971 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
