2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Croma | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
