2004 Seat Altea vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 780 kg more than 1956 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 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Altea | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Altea | Light |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
