1980 Simca 1100 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1100 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 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, 1980 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Simca 1100 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Light |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
