1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
