1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 47 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 1,327 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 80 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Ignis |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1327 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 39 L |