1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 230 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 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulia | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1940 mm |
