1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 95 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
