1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 30 (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 30 should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1954 Austin A 30 (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 30 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
