2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1019 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
