1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 57 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 503 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 2013 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 90 | Terrain |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |