1957 Steyr 500 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1959 Suzuki Light is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 493 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Steyr 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Steyr 500 (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Steyr 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Suzuki Light weights approximately 101 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Suzuki Light (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Suzuki Light will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Steyr 500 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Light |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
