1967 Lancia Fulvia 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 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 230 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 Lancia Fulvia. 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 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Fulvia | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1940 mm |
