2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130.
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 (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |