1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 99 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 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | Mini | Light |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
