1957 Suzuki Light vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1957 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Suzuki Light | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
