1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 34 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 874 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Pantera | Light |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
