1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 54 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1268 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2010 GMC Sierra 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. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 40 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |