1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3280 mm |
