1953 Morris Minor vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1958 Suzuki Light is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 918 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Minor (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 250 kg more than 1958 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, 1953 Morris Minor (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Minor | Light |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2010 mm |
