1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 961 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
