2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 485 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Light |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
