1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 55 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3300 mm |
