1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 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 104 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
