1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1958 Suzuki Light is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 810 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Light |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
