1957 Suzuki Light vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1957 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Suzuki Light | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Light | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
