1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 621 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Gremlin | Light |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
