1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 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, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | Turbo De Tomaso | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
