1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1966 Ford 12 M is newer by 9 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 355 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | 12 M | Light |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
