1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1955 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
