2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 44 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 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1194 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B 10 | Light |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
