2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 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 25 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 258 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
