2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 50 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 538 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | SSR | Light |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
