1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Blazer | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
