1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2350 mm |
