1948 Austin 16 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 16 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
