1955 Suzuki Light vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1960 Tatra T603 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1955 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, 1960 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Suzuki Light | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tatra |
| Model | Light | T603 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2543 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
