1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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 216 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2300 mm |
