1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 50 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, 2001 Suzuki Swift (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 70 | Swift |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |