1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, both 1983 Chevrolet Blazer and 1983 Fiat Ritmo were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 10 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 541 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. 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 1983 Fiat Ritmo. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
