2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 41 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 972 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
