1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 49 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
