1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 35 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
