1959 Suzuki Light vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1983 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 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 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 144 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, 1983 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Light | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 539 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
