1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 48 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 13 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 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
