2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
