1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
