1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1940 mm |
