1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 508 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Carabo | Light |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
