1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1955 Suzuki Light is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 588 kg more than 1955 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | Light |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
