1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 402 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 402 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 402 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 402. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Bristol 402 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 402 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1940 mm |
