1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 41 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 5 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |