1960 Suzuki Light vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 860 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Suzuki Light | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Light | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2651 mm |
