1960 Suzuki Light vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 595 kg more than 1960 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Suzuki Light | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Carina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
