1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 985 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Light | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2771 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
