1956 Suzuki Light vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 555 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Suzuki Light | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Light | 411 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1679 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
