1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 53 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), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 682 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Light | Soul |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
