1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 19 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 922 kg more than 1998 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Multipla. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Multipla 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:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Multipla | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
