1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1977 GMC Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 860 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
