1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 95 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
