1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 48 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 95 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 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
