1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 70 | Equator |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |