1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1956 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Checker | Suzuki |
| Model | Aerobus | Light |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2010 mm |
