1946 Austin 16 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1956 Suzuki Light is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1956 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 16 | Light |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
