1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 19 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 804 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfetta | Light |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |