1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 776 kg more than 1959 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Light |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
