1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2007 Suzuki Liana (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 90 | Liana |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |