2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 930 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 FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | FR-V | Light |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
