1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 651 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
