1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 54 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 132 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
