1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 1071 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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Light | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |
