2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 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 250 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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 1968 Fiat 850. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
