2006 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light

To start off, 2006 Audi A3 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 924 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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 1959 Suzuki Light
Make Audi Suzuki
Model A3 Light
Year Released 2006 1959
Engine Size 1982 cc 359 cc
Horse Power 197 HP 14 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 34 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 546 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2010 mm