1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 725 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 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 |
