1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia 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 18 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 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 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Flaminia 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 | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
