1964 Austin Princess vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1956 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Princess | Light |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2010 mm |
