1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 32 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 664 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | V6 | Light |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
