1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 575 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Berline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
