1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfetta | Blazer |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |