1960 Suzuki Light vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Laputa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Mazda Laputa (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Suzuki Light | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Light | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 657 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
