1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1198 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra 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 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 55 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
