1983 Bitter SC vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 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 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Light |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
