1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 108 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
