1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 824 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
