1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 47 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 112 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
