1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 804 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 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | W 111 | Light |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
