1964 Steyr 650T vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1964 Steyr 650T is newer by 5 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 660 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Steyr 650T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Steyr 650T (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Steyr 650T should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Suzuki Light weights approximately 46 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Steyr 650T (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Steyr 650T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 650T | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 650T | Light |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
