1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 45 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 443 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |