1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 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. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1949 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 547 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 | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
