1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento

To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe and 1999 Fiat Seicento were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 194 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Seicento 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 1999 Fiat Seicento
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Tahoe Seicento
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5698 cc 1116 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 84 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2325 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2210 mm


 

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