2000 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 604 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 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Light |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |