1958 Suzuki Light vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 41 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 470 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Light | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
