1952 Austin A vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
