1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 2300 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1940 mm |
