1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 380 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Prelude | Light |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2010 mm |