1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 808 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
