1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model GTA Tahoe
Year Released 1970 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4807 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2260 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2950 mm


 

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