1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfetta | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
