1979 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | Light |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
