2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | Brava |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
