1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 800 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 130 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1940 mm |