1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Blazer | 500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |