1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1970 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1970 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
