2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 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 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | 132 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
