2007 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1960 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Light |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
