1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
