1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 45 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1126 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
