1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 665 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 850 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
