1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
