1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 130 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
