1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprint | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
