2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 48 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 631 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Light |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
