1951 Austin A vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 38 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 719 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 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
