1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1983 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1940 mm |
