1957 Austin Princess 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 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Blazer |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6207 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |