1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 740 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
