1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Sports Convertible | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
