1958 Suzuki Light vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 215 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, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
