1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 58 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 127 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 70 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |