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Production | 02.1983–01.1988 |
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Body style(s) | 2-seater, 2dr Pickup |
Layout | FF, transversely mounted |
Engine(s) |
F5A inline 3, 543 cc
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Transmission(s) |
4/5 speed manual, 2 speed automatic |
Wheelbase | 2150 mm |
Length | 3195 mm |
Width | 1395 mm |
Height | 1290 mm |
Curb weight | 530-550kg |
The Suzuki Mighty Boy was a small ute produced by Suzuki, a member of the Japanese Kei car family.
History
Based on the principles and regulations of the Japanese keijidōsha class of vehicles, the Mighty Boy is a Coupé utility variation of the 2nd generation, 2-door fastback Suzuki Cervo. Released in February 1983, it was equipped with an 543 cc SOHC 3 cylinder transverse-mounted engine (F5A), however unlike its cousin the Cervo, no turbo was available.
Driving the front wheels through a 4-speed manual or optional 2-speed automatic gearbox, the F5A motor delivered 28 PS (21 kW) JIS [1] of power at the flywheel. Model designation for the Suzuki MightyBoy is "SS40T".
1st generation Mighty Boys were fitted with 10" wheels, and sported a horizontally finned grille, identical to the Cervo. While the Cervo used rectangular headlights, the Mighty Boy, as befitting the cheapest automobile available in Japan, cheaper round sealed-beam units. A feature unique to the Mighty Boy was the seats, which although still similar to those featured in the Cervo CS/G, featured a customised embossed "Mighty Boy" logo.
2nd generation Mighty Boys received minor cosmetic upgrades, including a restyled front grille and mirrors. In addition, the range was extended to two variants:
- PS-A - This 'base' model carried over the 10" wheels from the 1st generation Mighty Boy and was available with a 4-speed manual transmission only.
- PS-L and PS-QL - This model was equipped with bucket seats, larger 12" wheels, chrome roof/tie-down rails, and a tachometer. In contrast to the base model, a choice of 2-speed automatic or 5-speed manual gearbox was offered, and rectangular headlights were fitted.
Export Markets
The only export markets for the Suzuki Mighty Boy were Australia and Cyprus between 1985-1988. Imported through Suzuki/Ateco, Australia received a hybrid of the Japanese PS-A and PS/QL 2nd generation Mighty Boy that included chrome roof rails, bucket seats and 12" wheels, however did not include such items as a tachometer or 5-speed manual gearbox.
About 2,800 were imported, but only 300-400 now exist, and the price of Mighty Boys has increased dramatically recently due to their rarity.
Specifications
Model designation: SS40T
Engine model: F5A
Bore x Stroke (mm): 62x60
Capacity: 543 cc
Power output: 28 hp (21 kW) Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) @ 6000 rpm
Compression ratio: 8.5:1
Notes
- ↑ 19 kW (26 PS) was claimed in Australia.
References
- Car Graphic: Car Archives Vol. 11, '80s Japanese Cars. Nigensha: 2007. ISBN 978-4-544-91018-6
- "マイティーボーイ (Mighty Boy)". Garage Cervo. Archived from the original on 2009-08-08.
- Kazuo Ozeki, Suzuki Story: Small Cars, Big Ambitions. Miki Press: 2007. ISBN 978-4-89522-503-8
- Martin Schaefers. "History of Suzuki Kei Jidosha". Far East Auto Literature. Archived from the original on 2009-08-08.
- "U's Station On the Net - Short Catalog by Model". Suzuki Motor Corporation. Archived from the original on 2010-07-05.
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