1973 Honda 145 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 13 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 380 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | 145 | Light |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
