1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 600 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 145 | Light |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
