1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 GMC 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3300 mm |
