1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 581 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Light | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1671 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
