2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 128 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
