1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 54 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 1422 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Suzuki | Lancia |
| Model | Light | Thema |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3053 mm |
