1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 57 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 292 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2005 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Reno |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
