1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 440 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 90 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
