1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Bravo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3300 mm |
