1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2008 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 70 | Liana |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |