1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 9 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 244 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GTA | Light |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
