1955 Suzuki Light vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 is newer by 28 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1152 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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Suzuki Light | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tatra |
| Model | Light | T613 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |
