1956 Suzuki Light vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 608 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Suzuki Light | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
