1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 356 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1940 mm |
