2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. 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 27 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 684 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Blazer | 2600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |