2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1442 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
