1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1976 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1976 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1976 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
