1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 146 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 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Cabriolet | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1940 mm |
