1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 51 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 813 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand 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 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |