1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 57 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 340 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 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon 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 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 90 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |