1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 41 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 90 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
