1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 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 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 127. 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, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 127 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1940 mm |
