2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 2009 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Tahoe | 132 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |