1997 Renault Spider vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Spider weights approximately 444 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Spider | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Light |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
