1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Alto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 38 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2180 mm |
