1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 919 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 98 L |
