2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. 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 1965 Fiat 500. 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
