1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 57 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana 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 | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |
