1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Fiat 850
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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 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 176 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 850 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2040 mm |
