1959 Suzuki Light vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 35 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 314 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Suzuki Light | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Light | Swift |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |