1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 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 91 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 765 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Blazer | Palio |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |