2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Five Hundred | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |
