1967 Austin A 60 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 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 60 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1940 mm |
