2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3300 mm |
