2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
