1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 4 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 424 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Rekord | Light |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
