2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 22 L |
