1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 48 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 1380 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, 2006 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2006 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Light | Safari |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1948 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
