1956 Suzuki Light vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 57 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1074 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Suzuki Light | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2700 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3246 mm |
