1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 57 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
