2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
