1959 Austin Princess vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1959 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Blazer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |