1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 31 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 587 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempra | Light |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
