1982 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2011 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Linea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Fiat Linea.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Linea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2011 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Blizzard | 2011 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Blizzard | Linea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
