2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1957 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Light |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
