1967 Honda S600 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S600 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |