2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1300 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
