2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 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 217 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | 127 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
