1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 954 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Light | Forester |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2615 mm |
