1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 130 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
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 | 456 Nm | 256 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 |