1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 44 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki X90 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 | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |
