1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 57 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), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1629 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 2011 GMC Envoy 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, 2011 GMC Envoy 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy 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 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2659 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 |
