1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 55 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
