1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 130 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2730 mm |
