1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 595 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |