1958 Suzuki Light vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 24 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 345 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Light | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
