1980 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | LJ 50 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 537 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2310 mm |
