1971 Austin 3 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
