2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
