1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 530 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Mirafiori | Light |
Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |