1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 871 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Punto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
