1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1200 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
