1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa weights approximately 43 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Light |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
