1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 240 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 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1940 mm |
