1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 52 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1046 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 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy 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 | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
