1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1958 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 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ambassador | Light |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2010 mm |
