1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1940 mm |
