1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
