1957 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 936 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Blazer |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |