2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 672 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
