1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,041 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Studebaker | Suzuki |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Liana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3041 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
