2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Fiat 600

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1967 Fiat 600
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Suburban 600
Year Released 2009 1967
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5300 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 310 HP 23 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 45 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 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


 

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