2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 124 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 38 L |