1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 555 kg more than 1959 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 95 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
