2000 Panoz AIV vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 640 kg more than 1960 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz AIV | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | AIV | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
