1959 Suzuki Light vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 924 kg more than 1959 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Suzuki | Pontiac |
| Model | Light | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4093 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
