1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 352 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfetta | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
