1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 58 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
