1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1958 Suzuki Light is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 687 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Light |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
