1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Liana is newer by 43 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, 2002 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Liana.
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, 2002 Suzuki Liana, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana. 2002 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 95 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
