2005 Rover 45 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
