1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 30 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
