1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 50 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 15 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
