1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
