1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1969 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 1300 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
