1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 21 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 370 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Light |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
