1956 Suzuki Light vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 55 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1133 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Suzuki Light | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Light | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
