1954 Austin A vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 48 kg more than 1954 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
