1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
