2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Blazer | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 52 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |