1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bialbero | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
