2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 37 L |
