1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1972 GMC Jimmy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Jimmy (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 884 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
