1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
