2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 850 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |