2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Punto | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3300 mm |
