1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
