1951 Austin A vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1972 GMC Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3300 mm |
