1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 670 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
