1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 866 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Campagnola | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1940 mm |