1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
