2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1958 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 540 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 |
