1956 Skoda 1200 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1959 Suzuki Light is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1959 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, 1956 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 1200 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Light |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
