2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 600 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 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
