1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2200 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
