1959 Suzuki Light vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 39 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 489 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, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Light | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
