1960 Riley 4 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1960 Riley 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1959 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 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Riley 4 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Riley | Suzuki |
Model | 4 | Light |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |