1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 56 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1403 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.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy 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 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 40 | Envoy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |