1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1965 Marcos 1800 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Marcos 1800 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | 1800 | Light |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
