1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 31 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 350 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Light |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
