1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2002 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 986 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2002 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 117 L |
