2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 684 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
