1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 55 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 410 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 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
