1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 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 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 310 | Light |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
