1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Light |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |