2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3300 mm |
