1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2290 mm |
