2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Fiat 600
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 600. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 600 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
