1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 32 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, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
