1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Prefect (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Prefect weights approximately 25 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 1956 Ford Prefect. 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, 1956 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Prefect | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1940 mm |
