1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 184 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1940 mm |
