1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
