1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 725 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
