1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 700 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 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, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 700 | Light |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
