1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 27 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 825 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 164 | Light |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
