1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Lapin, 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 95 (176 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 95 | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
