1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Alto is newer by 37 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 11 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1994 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Alto |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2180 mm |