1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1679 kg more than 1959 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | Lagonda | Light |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |
