1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 750. 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, 1965 Abarth 750 (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | 750 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 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 |