2004 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Light |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |