1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 56 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 245 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Equator |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |