1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1960 Mazda R 360 is newer by 3 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 359 cc, 1957 Suzuki Light is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mazda R 360 (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mazda R 360 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Suzuki Light weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Suzuki Light (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Suzuki Light will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | R 360 | Light |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
