1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3300 mm |
