1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2054 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
