1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1961 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 850 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1960 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, 1961 Fiat 850 (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | Light |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
