1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
