2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 47 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 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 419 kg more than 1959 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 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | Roadster | Light |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
