2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForTwo | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForTwo | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
