2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1973 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 22 L |
