1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1011 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Light | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2604 mm |
