2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 47 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 942 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Light |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
