2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 1400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |