1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 987 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
