1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 18 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 184 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 110 | Light |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2010 mm |
