2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Blazer | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1950 mm |