1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Ballade weights approximately 245 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 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Ballade | Light |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 14 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2010 mm |
