1949 Austin 16 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
