1969 Honda S600 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1969 Honda S600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Honda S600 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 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 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S600 | Light |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
