1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1956 Suzuki Light is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 744 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 70 | Light |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
