1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 135 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
