1950 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
