1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1965 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
