2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 53 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1210 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Cobalt | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
