1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 90 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |