1958 Suzuki Light vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 23 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 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1981 Suzuki Cervo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Suzuki Cervo (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Cervo should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Suzuki Light weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Suzuki Cervo (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki Cervo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Light | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 539 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
