2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
