1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Punto | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
