1975 Simca 1100 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 140 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 1975 Simca 1100. 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, 1975 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1940 mm |
