1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 30 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |