1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 855 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. 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 1963 Fiat 1600. 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 (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1600 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.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Blazer | 1600 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |