1951 Austin A vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 55 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A | Liana |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |