2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 449 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
