1951 Austin A vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 420 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
