1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 684 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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 1966 Austin A 40. 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 (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
