2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 690 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 156 | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
