1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 55 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
