1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 30 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 30 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
