1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 110 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |