2005 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 729 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
