1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 60 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | SX4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |