1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 989 kg more than 1956 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Light |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
