1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 910 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
