1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 31 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, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
