1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 859 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 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Barracuda | Light |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
