1948 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 61 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
