1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alpine A 310 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
Model | A 310 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1940 mm |