1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 960 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
