2009 Honda Stream vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 888 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 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Stream | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
