1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 22 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 370 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, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 616 | Light |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
