1978 Seat 127 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,010 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 127 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 127 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1955 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 Seat 127 (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 127 | Light |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
