1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 963 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 90 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
