1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 35 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
