1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
