1958 Suzuki Light vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1964 Trabant Universal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 595 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Trabant Universal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Trabant Universal (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Trabant Universal should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Trabant Universal weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 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, 1964 Trabant Universal (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Trabant Universal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Suzuki | Trabant |
| Model | Light | Universal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 595 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
