1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 910 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1880 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 |
