1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Esteem is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem, 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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (128 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Esteem |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |