1976 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 865 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.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | LJ 50 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2730 mm |
