1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 948 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 99 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
