1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Fiat 127
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 127 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 111 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1985 Fiat 127. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 127 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
