1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Duna | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3300 mm |
