1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 39 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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 96 kg more than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | SJ 413 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |