1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1957 Suzuki Light is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1957 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Light |
Year Released | 1950 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |