1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 26 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 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 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
