1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1962 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 900 kg more than 1957 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, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flaminia | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flaminia | Light |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
