1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 650 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
