1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
