1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 748 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 40 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
