1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 6 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 1040 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | A 109 | Light |
Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |