2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 934 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Light |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
