1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 420 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 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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 | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
