2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 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 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Tahoe | 1200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 37 L |