1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 553 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Greyhound | Light |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
