1998 Honda NSX vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 39 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 844 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | NSX | Light |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |