1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1981 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1959 Austin A 55 (68 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1981 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2160 mm |
