1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
