1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon, 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | Sea Forenza Wagon |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
