1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1964 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 40 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (33 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2060 mm |
