1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 1100 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |