1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 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 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 131 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2443 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 | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
