1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 878 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
