1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 38 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 835 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari 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 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 55 | Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |