1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1968 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2946 mm |
