1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 103 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 885 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
