1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 16 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 522 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Light |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
