1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 132 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
