1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 924 kg more than 1970 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 1970 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
