1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | 3-Litre | SX4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |