1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 860 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
