1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 975 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Blazer | 1200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |