1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Fulvia | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
