1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 70 | SJ 413 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |