1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
