1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 35 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 98 L |
