1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 61 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 520 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
