2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 855 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Barchetta | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
