1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Blazer | 155 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
