1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 90 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
