1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1557 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 95 L |
