1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 62 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 920 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 90 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3645 mm |