1965 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 620 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 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 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flaminia | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1940 mm |
