1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 62 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 130 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 70 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |
