1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 90 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
