1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 90 | Light |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
