1977 Rover 2600 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1977 Rover 2600 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 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 802 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 Rover 2600 (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Rover 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 2600 | Light |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |
