1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 594 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 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Light | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1403 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
