1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 926 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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