- Suzuki MightyBoy
The Suzuki MightyBoy aka "Suzuki Mighty Boy" is a small utility vehicle (ute) produced by
Suzuki and is a member of the JapaneseKeicar family.History
Based on the principles and regulations of the Japanese keijidōsha class of vehicles, the MightyBoy is a coupe utility variation of the 2nd generation, 2-door fastback Suzuki Cervo. Released in 1983, it was equipped with an 534 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 Convert|19|kW|hp|0|abbr=on of power at the flywheel.Model designation for the Suzuki MightyBoy is "SS40T".
1st generation MightyBoys were fitted with 10" wheels, and sported a horizontally finned grille, identical to the Cervo. A feature unique to the MightyBoy were the seats, which although still similar to those featured in the Cervo CS/G, featured a customised embossed "MightyBoy" logo.
2nd generation Mightyboys 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 MightyBoy 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.
Export Markets
The only export markets for the Suzuki MightyBoy was
Australia and Cyprus between 1985-1988. Imported through Suzuki/Ateco, Australia received a hybrid of the Japanese PS-A and PSl/QL 2nd generation MightyBoy that included chrome roof rails, bucket seats and 12" wheels, however did not include such items as a tachometer or 5 speed manual gearbox.pecifications
Model designation: SS40T
Engine model: F5A
Bore x Stroke (mm): 62x60
Capacity: 543 cc
Power output: Convert|19|kW|hp|0|abbr=on @ 6000 rpm
Compression ratio: 8.5:1External links
* [http://www.tamon.org/ TAMON - The Australian Mightyboy Owners Network]
* [http://www.suzishop.com/forum/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=6 SuziShop Forum]
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