2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 344 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
