1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 40 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1962 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
