1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 21 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1977 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 | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
