1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 229 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 42 L |
