1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
