1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 57 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
