1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
