1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 682 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Light | Versa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2601 mm |
