1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 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), 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 424 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Light |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
