1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 128 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
