2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 772 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Stilo | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |