1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4, 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-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | 3000 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
