1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 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 93 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 128 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
