1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 52 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, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 305 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 70 | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 41 L |