1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Brava | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
