1948 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 635 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 16 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |