2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 47 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1010 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 166 | Light |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
