1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
