1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135.
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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 135 | Safari |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |