1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 610 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Light |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
