1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 57 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 492 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 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |
