1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 634 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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Light | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
