1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 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 124 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 128 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2230 mm |
