1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 540 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
