1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 30 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1988 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 30 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
