1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1978 GMC Jimmy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 440 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90. 1978 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 90 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
