1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
