2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 208 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
