1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 565 kg more than 1952 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 90 | Safari |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |