1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 49 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 390 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Alto |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |