1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 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 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 612 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. 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 1967 Austin 1300. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
