1961 Riley 4 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1961 Riley 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1958 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 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley 4 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Riley | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Light |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
