1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 53 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 600 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Light | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
