1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 49 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 50 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
