1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 43 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), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 680 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
