1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 780 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | A 109 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1940 mm |