1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 809 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
