1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Fiat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 133 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
