1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 45 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 694 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Light | Liana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
