1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 3 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 670 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfa 6 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1940 mm |
