1963 Abarth 595 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1792 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 595 | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 595 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |