2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 50 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 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1003 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Impala | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
