1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 635 kg more than 1957 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Guara | Light |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
