1951 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
