1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 10 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 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Suzuki Light weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Suzuki Light (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Suzuki Light will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Light |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2010 mm |
