2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1979 Fiat 133
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 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 (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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 1979 Fiat 133. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1979 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 133 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2030 mm |
