1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Berline | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
