1952 Allard K3 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1956 Suzuki Light is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 640 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, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | K3 | Light |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
