1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 496 kg more than 1957 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 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Beta | Light |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
