1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 40 | Swift |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |