1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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 Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 40 | Envoy |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 83 L |