1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 44 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
