1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 59 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
