1974 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 15 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 (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 974 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Light |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
