1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
Model | Mini | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |