2000 Kia Rio vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Rio weights approximately 379 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 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2010 mm |
