1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 90 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |