1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 170 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.7 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |