1999 Audi S8 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 40 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1204 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Light |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
