1975 Seat 124 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 15 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 414 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, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Light |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
