1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 23 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 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
