1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 600 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1961 Abarth 600 (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
