1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1959 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 35 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 339 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 |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |