1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 330 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1360 kg |