2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
