2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Ecobasic 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 130 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. 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 Fiat Ecobasic, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Ecobasic | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Ecobasic | Blazer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4660 mm |