2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 870 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
